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In testimony before Congress today, the Federal Trade Commission described its efforts to stop precious metals investment scams and inform consumers how to avoid them

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For many consumers, access to responsible credit remains a challenge

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The Federal Trade Commission is mailing refund checks totaling $42,580

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Tired of life as an accountant, and thinking of following your passion to be a high school teacher? Many people reach a point in their lives when they’re ready for a change in career. A lot of times this can be more fulfilling, and make you happier in the long run

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“Duke” Ellington an American composer and one of the founding fathers of jazz was born on this day in 1899.

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Federal Trade Commission Chairwoman Edith Ramirez welcomed Terrell McSweeny as she began her official duties today as an FTC Commissioner

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… Who Charged a Fee, Promising to Help Lower Their Credit Card Interest Rates

An administrator working for the Federal Trade Commission today began mailing refund checks to more than 4,800 consumers allegedly defrauded by National Card Monitor, LLC (National), a telemarketing operation that promised to substantially lower consumers’ credit card interest rates for an advance fee

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Closing on a mortgage can be one of the most exciting, and one of the most stressful times of your life

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We held a forum to discuss the mortgage closing process

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Back in January, we invited applications to fill two vacancies on our Academic Research Council (ARC)

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